Teen arrested in NE assault of woman

WASHINGTON (WUSA9) -- The Metropolitan Police Department has made an arrest in an assault with the intent to commit first degree sexual abuse that happened in NE D.C. on Monday.

Police said the incident happened between noon and 12:30 p.m. in the area of the 1800 block of 4th Street, NE, on the Metropolitan Bike Trail.

According to authorities the suspect assaulted her and then fled on a dark colored bike.

Authorities said Tuesday they arrested a juvenile male of NE, D.C. in connection with the assault He is being charged with assault with the intent to commit first degree sexual abuse.

Anyone who has information regarding this case should call police at 202-727-9099. Additionally, information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411. DC Crime Solvers currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for an assault committed in the District of Columbia.